Fully-Funded Global Forest Watch Tech Fellowship 2018, USA

The Global Forest Watch and the World Resources Institute invites application for the first-ever GFW Tech Fellowship for tech innovators, journalists, conservationists, campaigners, law enforcement officers, lawyers, scientists, analysts, cartographers and indigenous leaders who are committed to expanding their forest monitoring experience and sharing this knowledge with others in their networks.

The GFW Tech Fellowship will equip the most innovative and dedicated forest protection advocates around the world with the skills and cutting-edge technologies to help halt deforestation.

Application Deadline: 15th July 2018

Type: Fellowships

Eligible Countries:

South America

Central Africa

Southeast Asia

Bolivia

Burundi

Brunei

Brazil

Cameroon

Indonesia

Colombia

Central African Republic

Malaysia

Ecuador

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Papua New Guinea

French Guiana

Equatorial Guinea

Timor Leste

Guyana

Gabon

Peru

Republic of the Congo

Suriname

Rwanda

Venezuela

Uganda

Value Of Scholarships:

Ongoing mentorship and training opportunities with GFW staff and partners

A stipend of $6,000 USD

Access to additional funds to support direct costs, such as in-country travel, trainings, equipment or conference fees

How To Apply:

To apply for the 2018 GFW Tech Fellowship, please complete the application and submit it no later than June 15th, 2018. The five fellows selected for this first cohort will be notified of selection by July 1st.